Fluoride Treatments – Midtown

Fluoride Facts

For decades, fluoride has been held in high regard by the dental community as an important mineral that is absorbed into and strengthens tooth enamel, thereby helping to prevent decay of tooth structures.

In nearly every U.S. community, public drinking supplies are supplemented with sodium fluoride because the practice is acknowledged as safe and effective in fighting cavities.

Some private wells may contain naturally fluoridated water.

What Is Fluoride?

Fluoride is a safe compound found throughout nature-from the water we drink and air we breathe, to many kinds of foods.

Why Is Fluoride Important To Teeth?

Fluoride is absorbed into structures, such as bones and teeth, making them stronger and more resistant to fractures and decay. A process in your body called “remineralization” uses fluoride to repair damage caused by decay.

How Do I Get Fluoride?

Just drinking public water will provide a certain measure of fluoride protection. But for years, health professionals have endorsed the practice of supplementing our intake with certain dietary products, and topical fluorides in many toothpastes and some kinds of rinses. Certain beverages such as tea and soda may also contain fluoride. Certain kinds of dental varnishes and gels may also be applied directly to teeth to boost fluoride intake.

Fluoride at Your Dental Office

At each of your dental visits, until the age of 18, your dentist or hygienist will apply a fluoride treatment to your teeth. This concentrated fluoride should remain on your teeth for one minute and should not be rinsed away for at least a half an hour. This fluoride will strengthen the enamel and make your teeth more resistant to decay.

Testimonials

Ivonne C.

A true Jewel in the hard cement city. I read the reviews before I went to her and they are...

2014-03-18T13:45:05+00:00

A true Jewel in the hard cement city. I read the reviews before I went to her and they are all true, she does take her time and treats everyone w/respect. I won’t mind waiting a little longer to be treated by her. She listens and respects what you say and doesn’t ignore you as so many Doctors do.

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Mareike E.

Finally a nice dentist office! Doctor is really competent, nice and willing to explain everything! She totally takes her time...

2014-03-18T13:45:26+00:00

Finally a nice dentist office! Doctor is really competent, nice and willing to explain everything! She totally takes her time to be with the patient and even the cleaning she did by herself. Would totally recommend her!

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Juan B.

The care and treatment at this facility goes beyond excellent. The staff, from front desk operator to the assistant to...

2014-03-18T13:45:50+00:00

The care and treatment at this facility goes beyond excellent. The staff, from front desk operator to the assistant to Dr Figueroa is of the best and most professional I’ve experienced. Thank you very much everyone. Looking forward to future visits.